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JAILED Jack Fincham was at rock bottom when he faced “imminent death” during a drug relapse – but “turned his life around” in recent months.

The Love Island star had quit fame and was back selling pens before he was handed a six-week prison sentence.

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Jack Fincham was turning his life around when he was handed a prison sentence[/caption]

Jack, 33, was sent down for admitting being in charge of a dangerously out-of-control dog who attacked a runner and mauled a woman.

It follows numerous run-ins with the law since 2021 when he was arrested for drug-driving.

“Death was on the cards for me, it was imminent,” Jack previously told The Sun in an emotional interview.

He added that his 2023 conviction on the same charge was the wake-up call he needed.

He said at the time as he signed up to his first Narcotics Anonymous meeting: “This has made me realise that I have to take responsibility for my actions.

“I was carrying on with the same lifestyle after the arrest, but now it’s hit home.

“I’m glad it’s happened. That’s how life is, if you make a mistake, you have to pay for it. I deserve to have a driving ban and be doing community service.

“I had no respect for myself and was selfish about others. I didn’t care what happened to me in the frame of my mind I was in. I wasn’t thinking about what harm I could do to myself or how I could hurt others.

“This isn’t about wanting people to feel sorry for me. It’s embarrassing enough as it is.

“This is more about explaining I have been going through a problem and I still am. I’ll always have to work on this problem.

“I’m not saying ‘poor me, poor me’. Getting behind the wheel of the car when you’ve taken drugs is not acceptable – but the real turning point was getting in trouble with the police and realising that I could have killed myself or someone else in that car.”

Jack has battled mental health issues since finding fame in the Love Island villa back in 2018.

His new-found fame saw him thrown from a 9 to 5 job selling pens to partying most nights – and his addiction battle soon spiralled out of control.

Alongside using class A drugs, including cocaine, Jack was taking at least 30 diazepam pills a day to cope with his crippling anxiety.

The 33-year-old previously vowed: “I ain’t going to let addiction beat me, I won’t.”

RYANAIR has launched a new “pay day” sale with bargain flights to top European destinations and they’re all under €20.

If you’re looking to jet away to some tempting spots, the airline’s new sale is perfect with prices starting from €14.99.

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Bristol pulses with fun vibes, entertainment, art and iconic architecture[/caption]

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The Newquay Cornwall is one of the UK’s most popular staycation spots[/caption]

Ryanair has discounted a number of flights to different cities across the UK and Luxembourg.

In the “Pay Day” flash sale, flights start from just €14.99.

If you’re looking to check a few cities off your travel list, you can buy flights from €14.99 to Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds Bradford.

Other UK cities also on sale, with flights from €14.99 to cities including Bristol and Newquay Cornwall.

Bristol is just a short plane ride over the Irish Sea and you are in a city that pulses with fun vibes, entertainment, art, creativity with imagination, iconic architecture, and, of course, history.

While Newquay Cornwall is one of the UK‘s most popular staycation spots, with its beaches sometimes compared to those in more tropical destinations.

The gentle swell of the waves make it a popular spot with surfers year-round, but it still doesn’t get quite as busy as more prominent holiday spots elsewhere, like Newquay and Falmouth.

For holidaymakers in need of greater thrills than those found on a walk, the Adrenalin Quarry has some attractions that may be more to their liking.

And a number of walks around the bays offer a reason to visit beyond the pubs and beaches.

Ryanair also have flights on offer from Dublin to Manchester for just €14.99 in the coming weeks.

The budget airline has dropped prices to some popular UK destinations including Glasgow, East Midlands, and Cardiff from €14.99.

Other cheap flights under €20 include London Luton and London Stansted.

It also includes flights from Dublin Airport to Luxembourg also from €14.99.

But jetsetters must act fast as flights must be booked by midnight tomorrow, January 31, for travel between February 1 and March 31, 2025.

AER LINGUS SALE

Meanwhile, Aer Lingus has also announced a similar sale as bank accounts bounce back after Christmas.

Holidaymakers can enjoy amazing deals with up to €40 off return fares to Europe, €20 off return fares to the UK, and flights to North America from just €199.

The offer is valid from now until midnight on January 31.

And you can fly to top European destinations from February 24 to May 31.

There are a number of seats to hotspots including Tenerife, Lanzarote and Malaga up for grabs.

For those planning a weekend city break, save €20 on return flights to the UK.

And Aer Lingus has you covered with flights to thrilling North American destinations starting at just €199.

Whether you’re seeking adventure or a memorable city break, there’s something for everyone. Experience the dazzling lights of Las Vegas, the vibrant culture of Toronto, or the architectural wonders of Chicago.

With fares reduced for a limited time, don’t miss your chance to discover the iconic skyline of New York or the historic charm of Washington DC with the Aer Lingus Pay Day Sale.

The valid travel period for the US flights is from February 24 to March 15.

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LOTTO bosses have revealed where a winning EuroMillions Plus ticket worth €500k was sold.

Over 29,000 players bagged prizes in Ireland in the EuroMillions and Plus games last night.

One lucky player is six figures richer after matching five numbers in the Plus draw last night, winning a life-changing prize of €500,000.

The winning numbers were 4, 15, 24, 30 and the bonus number was 45.

And Lotto bosses said the winning ticket was sold in Louth.

The lucky punter purchased their ticket on Friday, January 24, from Centra, The Mell, in Drogheda.

Now, National Lottery bosses are urging all players in Drogheda to check their tickets carefully.

If you are the lucky winner, the advice is to sign the back of your ticket immediately and store it in a safe place.

The winner will be asked to confirm details before arrangements will be made with agents to claim your prize.

This can be done by calling 1800 666 222.

Or email claims@lottery.ie to arrange collecting their prize at the Lottery HQ.

Spokesperson for the National Lottery, Emma Monaghan said, “We’re absolutely delighted to celebrate this significant win for a Louth player.

“While there was no winner of last night’s EuroMillions jackpot worth €17,000,000, in total, over 29,000 players in Ireland won prizes in the EuroMillions and Plus games, including our EuroMillions Plus jackpot prize.

“This fantastic prize is a wonderful reminder that exciting moments can happen when you least expect them.”

The EuroMillions numbers in the main draw were 9, 37, 41, 42, 49 and 1 and 9 as lucky stars.

One Irish players matched five numbers and one Lucky Star, winning a whopping €474,164.

While another bagged 110,820 after matching five numbers.

Ten people won €5,000 each in the Ireland only raffle.

The numbers were I-RNW-48041, I-RQC-43261, I-RQG-79252, I-RQH-69759, I-RQH-89425, I-RQJ-16597, I-RQJ-52875, I-RQJ-72114, I-RQJ-84350 and I-RQK-08715.

DON’T MISS OUT

Meanwhile, a player has just days to claim a €20,949 EuroMillions prize – with people being urged to “check old tickets”.

The National Lottery is appealing to EuroMillions players in the Swords area of North County Dublin to have another look at their tickets for the November 5 draw.

The winning ticket was purchased at Tuthills Swords, Pavillions Shopping Centre, Swords, Co. Dublin, on the day of the draw.

The prize was won by matching five numbers.

The winning numbers on the night were: 1, 8, 19, 37, 50, and the Lucky Stars were 6 and 9.

Ticket holders have 90 days from the date of the draw to claim their prize, which means the Dublin winner has until close of business on Monday, 3rd February to claim.

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SLEEP is essential for good health and well-being.

It keeps heart health in check, helps you maintain a healthy weight, makes sure your body can fight off germs and sickness, banishes stress, and improves mood.

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Sleep is essential for good health, keeping things like heart and the immune system in check[/caption]

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But failing to get the recommended seven to nine hours sleep can lead to a number of chronic health problems, including one that might not be immediately obvious, diabetes.

Diabetes is often called a “silent killer” because it can progress without noticeable symptoms in its early stages.

This means many people may not realise they have the condition until significant complications like heart attacks, strokes, or kidney damage have already developed.

For this reason, it’s crucial to actively prevent it.

The best way to keep type 2 diabetes at bay is by maintaining a healthy weight through a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, engaging in regular physical activity, limiting sugary drinks, and quitting smoking.

And it’s also important to look at your sleep habits.

Dr Tina Ghela, Digital Clinician at Medichecks, said five common sleep habits can increase your risk of the condition.

Sleep deprivation

Regularly getting less than six to seven hours of sleep has been shown to impact the metabolism of glucose and increase insulin resistance therefore adversely affecting the regulation of blood sugar

“Sleep deprivation also impacts the regulation of our appetite-related hormones,” said Dr Ghela.

“The ‘hunger hormone’ ghrelin increases and the level of leptin (which signals us feeling full) decreases. This can lead to increased calorie consumption and obesity which is a well-known risk factor for type 2 diabetes.”

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Sleeping over nine hours has been linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes[/caption]

Excessive sleep duration

Sleeping in excess of nine hours a night has been associated with a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, however, the underlying mechanism for this is not fully understood, said Dr Ghela.

“Other factors that are linked to excessive sleep include low levels of physical activity, depression or underlying health conditions all of which may contribute to a metabolic disturbance which in turn influences the risk of diabetes,” she added.

Inconsistent sleep patterns

Frequent changes to your sleep schedule, for example going to bed at different times or having irregular waking times, is thought to disrupt the circadian rhythm (body clock) and influence insulin sensitivity, therefore increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes.

“This is also frequently seen in shift workers, who have been found to have a higher risk of developing diabetes,” said Dr Ghela.

“Irregular sleep patterns are also more likely to be associated with other patterns of behaviour such as a more erratic diet which will also influence blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity.”

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Poor sleep quality has also been linked to type 2 diabetes[/caption]

Poor sleep quality

Poor sleep quality may arise from intake of caffeine or alcohol close to bedtime, late night eating, screen use or activities such as exercise close to bedtime.

“These can all contribute to delayed sleep onset, and disturbed or restless sleep which have been linked to an increased risk of diabetes,” explained Dr Ghela.

Obstructive sleep apnoea

Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a sleep disorder in which a person momentarily stops breathing at recurring intervals.

“These pauses in breathing interrupt the normal sleep cycle causing disturbed sleep. This has been associated with increased insulin resistance,” said Dr Ghela.

“It’s important to note that OSA typically occurs in people who are overweight or obese so they may also have other risk factors for type 2 diabetes.”

Symptoms of diabetes that can show up at night

It’s also worth looking out for signs diabetes may have already developed – Dr Ghela warned of three symptoms to look out for.

Frequent nighttime urination, known as nocturia, restless syndrome and peripheral neuropathy can all make themselves apparent when you’re in bed.

“Raised blood sugar levels can lead to an increased need to urinate which can wake individuals multiple times during the night,” warned Dr Ghela.

“Restless leg syndrome is a neurological disorder characterised by an uncontrollable urge to move the legs, often accompanied by uncomfortable sensations.

“It’s found to be more common in diabetic patients and may be linked to nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) associated with prolonged exposure to high blood sugars.

“And peripheral neuropathy is typically seen in patients that have had diabetes for a number of years, they tend to experience pain, tingling or numbness in their extremities.

“These symptoms are often more noticeable at night time leading to disturbed sleep.”

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Restless leg syndrome in bed could be a sign of type 2 diabetes[/caption]

So what can you do at bedtime to reduce your risk of diabetes?

According to Dr Ghela, there are five steps to follow:

1. Maintain a consistent sleep schedule – aim to go to bed and wake at similar times daily including at the weekends, ensuring a consistent duration of sleep avoiding both insufficient or excess sleep.

2. Limit evening screen time – reduce exposure to screens emitting blue light at least an hour before bed.

3. Be mindful of your food and drink intake in the evenings – avoid heavy meals close to bedtime and avoid caffeine from midday onwards.

4. Create a relaxing bedtime routine – try calming activities such as reading, meditation, gentle stretching or reading. Also, try to ensure a good environment to sleep in that is quiet, dark and a comfortable temperature.

5. Avoid exercise too close to bedtime.

Being aware of other signs and risk factors for type 2 diabetes can help in prevention of the condition and complications…

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